Multiculturalism

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Why were Mansur Ashkars neighbors confused by the Druze flag?

Mansur Ashkar, a Druze Israeli, shares his experience of moving from a Druze village to the predominantly Jewish city of Eilat, where his family's display of the Druze flag puzzled their new neighbors.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

Jewish Word | ‘Momala’ of the Year

Amy E. Schwartz in Moment · 18 Sep

At a brunch during the Democratic National Convention, Rebecca Bauer-Kahan, a California assembly member, embraced the term "Momala" for Vice President Kamala Harris, highlighting her inclusion in the Jewish community through her stepfamily with Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Eva R. Cohen: Positive and Forward-Looking

Moment in Moment · 17 Sep

Eva R. Cohen, a 36-year-old rabbinical student and leader of a Humanistic Jewish congregation in Minneapolis, shares her political perspectives on the upcoming U.S. elections.

0 Politics Israel

The Europe we once loved is vanishing before our eyes.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 4 Sep

The article critiques recent developments in Europe, particularly focusing on how it navigates its relationships with Israel amidst internal socio-political challenges and external geopolitical threats.

0 Culture Literature

Jewish Life Stories: Hettie Jones, one half of a Beat generation power couple, dies at 90

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 28 Aug

Hettie Jones, who passed away at age 90, was a notable figure of the Beat generation.

0 Antisemitism Culture

At the Olympic opening ceremony, hidden Satanic imagery and antisemitic conspiracy theories

Mira Fox in Forward · 29 Jul

The Olympic opening ceremony was a chaotic and controversial event that faced criticism from the Christian right for perceived anti-Christian elements.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Oy, Canada: Jews feeling ‘vulnerable’ and ‘precarious’ on Canada Day after Oct. 7

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 30 Jun

In a panel discussion, prominent Jewish Canadians reflect on increased antisemitism following events on October 7th and share feelings of vulnerability in their communities amidst national celebrations like Canada Day.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Oy, Canada: Jews feeling ‘vulnerable’ and ‘precarious’ on Canada Day after Oct. 7

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 30 Jun

This episode discusses the challenges and vulnerabilities faced by Jewish Canadians in light of antisemitic incidents since October 7th.

0 Gender/Identity Antisemitism

Judaism Without Jews is an Oxymoron

Emes Ve-Emunah · 27 Jun

The text discusses the evolution of Reform Judaism in America, highlighting its initial intention to eliminate differences between Jews and Christians in order to combat antisemitism.

0 Communities Gender/Identity

In Haifa, new coworking space for women shows that it takes a Village

Tamara Zieve in Jewish Insider · 26 Jun

In Haifa, a new women-only coworking space called "The Village" has quickly garnered popularity and support, with 400 women expressing interest in the project.

0 Jewish Law Culture

How an Orthodox Jewish woman became my soul sister

Moishele Alfonso in Forward · 17 Jun

Moishele Alfonso recounts the heartwarming tale of his unexpected bond with a Hasidic Jewish woman named Rivke in Miami.

0 Culture History

Canada's last remaining faith reporter reflects the past, and future, of religion

Not That Kind of Rabbi · 3 Jun

Ralph Benmergui interviews John Longhurst, Canada's last remaining faith reporter, about the evolving landscape of religion reporting and the changes in Canadians' religious practices over the decades.

0 Communities Gender/Identity

How I embraced my identity as a mixed-race, British-Asian Jew

Jewish Chronicle · 23 May

Jay Prosser, in "Loving Strangers: A Camphorwood Chest, a Legacy, a Son Returns," recounts his journey of exploring his mixed-race, British-Asian Jewish identity through the treasures of his family's camphorwood chest.

0 History Culture

A Yiddish word I never expected to see on a license plate

Kyla Kupferstein Torres in Forward · 16 May

The writer's encounter with a license plate bearing the Yiddish word "doikayt" prompts a reflection on the concept originating from the Jewish Labor Bund, emphasizing the idea of Jews thriving wherever they are, rather than a physical homeland.

0 Israel Politics

Israel should be the poster child for 'woke' progressives.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 21 Mar

The text discusses how Israel embodies values often championed by 'woke' progressives, despite criticism from some in that community.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Islamism

Sapir · 1 Mar

The text discusses the rise of Islamism and its impact, particularly focusing on the personal journey of a woman born in Somalia who later became an anti-Islamist activist.

0 Politics Communities

I left the US fearing antisemitism under Trump. Oct. 7 has me rethinking my place in Canada, too.

Joe Roberts in Forward · 2 Feb

The author, an American Jew, initially left the US due to rising antisemitism under Trump and moved to Canada.

0 Communities Politics

Some of My Best Friends are Jewish

Bonjour Chai · 5 Oct 2023

In a podcast episode titled "Some of My Best Friends are Jewish," the discussion revolves around Canadian Jewish individuals not necessarily celebrating Canadian Thanksgiving, as it is seen as a white Christian festival associated with settlers.

0 Communities Culture

How Yukon’s tiny Jewish community is surviving the worst wildfires in a generation

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 14 Jul 2022

Yukon's Jewish community of 38 people, led by Rick Karp, is facing the challenge of surviving the region's worst wildfires in decades, while working to establish Whitehorse's first Jewish Heritage Month.

0 Culture History

How Jews brought the movies to Val-d'Or, Que.—and how the city is celebrating them today

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 15 Jun 2022

The episode explores the Kaplan family's significant contribution to the cultural fabric of Val-d'Or, Quebec, highlighting their establishment of the Capitol Theatre during the gold rush era.

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‘Converting’ to Canadian

Micah Streiffer in Tablet · 20 Jul 2021

The author reflects on their experience of becoming a Canadian citizen and draws parallels to the process of conversion to Judaism.

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In the Chinese restaurant, I feel American again

Forward · 24 Dec 2020

In this personal essay, Carly Pildis reflects on the feelings of loneliness and alienation that many Jews experience during the Christmas season.

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How a search for Jewish inclusion helped create ‘Puppy for Hanukkah’

Forward · 11 Dec 2020

"Puppy for Hanukkah," the popular Hanukkah song by Daveed Diggs, was not only intended to be a catchy tune but also aimed to promote Jewish inclusivity.

0 Politics History

The WASP Roots of the Social Justice Movement

B. Duncan Moench in Tablet · 19 Oct 2020

The text discusses the roots of the social justice movement in Anglo Protestant culture, highlighting its authoritarian tendencies and influence on American institutions.

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The ‘Diversity’ Trap

Zaid Jilani in Tablet · 30 Jun 2020

The article discusses the shallow and reductive version of diversity that has spread across American institutions and the corporate world.

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